E24 635csi - exhaust look low to you?

[Ken635]

Hi Folks,

Just signed up as I am looking to buy a 635csi and found one for sale that looks like what I want. But the pics of the car from the side make it look like the exhaust is hanging down lower than usual.

I know the back box is always very visible compared to modern cars but can someone have a peek at this pic and tell me if you reckon it looks off?

Especially in front of the rear wheel where you can see daylight gap. Is it just the low camera angle?

The car is a couple of hours away from me so want to get my list of things to check before going there!

Thanks All

[Greydog]

Morning Ken

Welcome to the Forum

Can't comment on whether it's normal or not as it is a long time since I have seen one 😁

Remember your looking at a 40+ year old car, I would bet it has had more than one exhaust or sections replaced in that time.

It could be a missing/broken exhaust hanger or simply refitting, if it was replaced with a pattern part (not unusual) the only way to tell is to stand infront of the car (and get down under) I would check out replacement cost in case its the old enemy rust and use it in negotiation

Beautiful cars hope it works out for you

Dave

[Ken635]

Thanks Dave - I'll get under and have a look if going for this one - just seems like an odd thing to not have right on a car that has had a full respray and looks immaculate.

Appreciate the help 🙂

[Greydog]

Hi Ken

It shouldn't be possible to fit an OEM or OEM style replacement wrongly as the joins are 3 bolt flanges. So my guess would be either it is an After Market exhaust or a support hanger is broken/missing

If you are not aware take a look at www.realoem.com its an online BMW parts list, go to the Classic section then the model your considering check the exhaust section which will show both front and rear parts are fitted and supported.

Dave

[Ken635]

Thanks Greydog - top tip 🙂